Description
American Pillar Arborvitae is a fast-growing, narrow evergreen that creates instant height and privacy in the landscape. Its dense, dark green foliage holds its color year-round, making it a reliable choice for hedges, screens, and vertical accents. With its naturally upright, columnar shape, American Pillar Arborvitae is perfect for tight spaces where width is limited but height is desired. It thrives in full to partial sun and grows best in well-drained soil.
This hardy and heat-tolerant arborvitae adapts well to pruning, allowing you to maintain a clean, tailored look if desired. Its strong growth habit makes it a low-maintenance option for homeowners looking to enhance privacy or structure in their outdoor space. For best results, plant in a location protected from harsh, drying winds.
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Our trees are sold by height (younger trees) or by caliper (more mature trees), ensuring you find the perfect size for your landscape needs. This tree is available by height in 6-7 ft. size, perfect for those looking for a younger, well-established tree.
Each plant comes with the roots balled & burlapped. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar'
Light: full sun – part sun
Watering: 2- 3 times per week till established, then around once a week
Soil: well draining soil
Zone: 3 – 8
Plant Shape: narrowly upright and columnar
Plant Type: multi-stemmed evergreen tree
Mature Size: height (25') , width (6')
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: fast
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